Vanilla Black Tea
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Magical properties! It is said that Vanilla calms the nerves, lifts the spirits and improves the romantic aspect of one's life. Vanilla is an extraordinary flavor, full of mystery and elusiveness that is often taken for granted. Undoubtedly one of life's little secrets; they are also widely used in medicinal concoctions to make them more palatable. Thus a 'magical' flavoring agent, calming the mind and body! Did you know that vanilla is the only edible fruit of the orchid family? There are two types of vanilla that are used for commercial purposes - Bourbon and Tahitian. It is the world's most labor-intensive agricultural crop, taking up to three years after the vines are planted, before the first flowers appear. Vanilla has a long history of robbery and intrigue as it is very expensive and highly prized and in growing countries it is not uncommon for vanilla rustling to occur. As there are about 150 varieties of vanilla, it is certainly a flavoring agent that is suited to one's personal tastes. You will enjoy this cup of tea!
Ingredients: Black tea, Calendula + Marigold + Sunflower petals, Natural flavors (organic compliant)
ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: High
CAFFEINE LEVEL: Medium
KOSHER: Yes
VEGETARIAN: Yes
VEGAN: Yes
IDEAL BREWING TEMPERATURE: 100ºC/212ºF
TEA CUP |
8oz (237ml) |
10oz (296ml) |
12oz (355ml) |
Amount |
1 heaping teaspoon |
1 heaping teaspoon |
1.5 heaping teaspoon |
MILD |
2-3 min |
2-3 min |
2-3 min |
MEDIUM |
4-5 min |
4-5 min |
4-5 min |
STRONG |
6-7 min |
6-7 min |
6-7 min |
We recommend 4-5 min |
TEA POT |
18oz (532ml) |
36oz (1064ml) |
48oz (1419ml) |
AMOUNT |
2 heaping teaspoons |
1 heaping teaspoon |
2 heaping teaspoons |
MILD |
2-3 min |
2-3 min |
2-3 min |
MEDIUM |
4-5 min |
4-5 min |
4-5 min |
STRONG |
6-7 min |
6-7 min |
6-7 min |
We recommend 4-5 min |
MILK |
SUGAR |
LEMON |
MINT |
OK |
OK |
NO |
NO |
Place 6 slightly heaping teaspoons of loose tea or 6 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the tea or removing the tea bags. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about.)
Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea or 1 tea bag into a teapot for each serving required. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the tea. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the tea or removing the bags. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving. Sweeten and/or add lemon to taste. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
ANTIOXIDANT BENEFIT: For a greater antioxidant benefit brew longer and use more tea.
FOOD SAFETY ADVISORY: We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today's water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.
International - Please be sure of duties, and or if the product is allowed to be imported.